I&T Software Engineer 2

Apex Systems; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401K program

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

Apex Systems is seeking an Integration and Test Software Engineer 2 for the Linthicum, MD site. You will design, develop, and test software for space payloads, integrating test equipment and running automated verifications in a real-time embedded environment.

Requirements include a BS in a STEM field and 8+ years of relevant experience or 6 with a master's. Onsite work with potential TS/SCI in the future; healthcare and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or STEM field.
• Experience: 8+ years of software development for embedded real-time systems (or 6 years with a Master's, 3 with a PhD).
• Strong Python development and debugging skills, Linux/Windows environments, and software configuration management.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, operate, and maintain integration and test software for space payloads.
• Participate in cross-functional scrum teams and design reviews.
• Conduct peer reviews of software and technical documents for quality.
• Work through the full software development life cycle including testing and integration.
• Utilize Jenkins and Robot Framework for automated testing and verification.
• Prioritize tasks and collaborate with Technical Leads on implementations.

Skills

Python

C++

Linux/Windows

Debugging

Agile Scrum

Jenkins

Robot Framework

Jira/Confluence/Bitbucket

TCL

RF/Testing hardware control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering/Software

Tools

Jenkins

Robot Framework

Jira

Confluence

Bitbucket

TCL

Job description

# I&T Software Engineer 2Apply**Job#: 3044719****Job Description:**I&T Software Engineer 2**Location:** Linthicum, Maryland (Onsite)**Clearance:** Clearance not required, but must be willing to obtain a TS/SCIRole OverviewWe are seeking an Integration and Test Software Engineer 2 to support our Space Payloads and Ground department. In this role, you will learn new technologies and develop software for space payloads. The position involves designing, developing, integrating, and testing software that manages test equipment and executes tests for a space payload unit, ensuring compliance with established requirements. This position will serve on-site at the Linthicum, MD facility.Key Responsibilities* Design, develop, operate, and maintain integration and test software.* Participate in cross-functional scrum teams, design reviews, and other technical reviews.* Conduct peer reviews of software-related products, software designs, and additional technical documents.* Work through all phases of the software development life cycle, including design, development, integration, and test.* Utilize automated tools such as Jenkins and Robot Framework to enable automated testing and verification.* Prioritize and make recommendations to Technical Leads as required to implement assigned tasking.Required Qualifications**Education:** A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or another STEM discipline.**Experience:** A minimum of 8 years of software development experience working on embedded real-time systems, or 6 years with a Master's Degree, or 3 years with a PhD.**Technical Skills:*** Experience developing software in Python.* Ability to debug your own code, trace, and understand existing code.* Experience integrating developed software applications, using tools and logs to examine data and identify problem areas.* Experience developing in a Linux and/or Windows environment.* Experience in testing software systems and debugging.* Experience with using software configuration management tools.* U.S. Citizenship is required.* No clearance required to start, but must be able to obtain a TS/SCIPreferred Qualifications* Active TS/SCI* Experience as a member of an Agile Scrum team.* Experience with C++.* Experience developing TCL T/K.* Hands-on experience in controlling test equipment through software (e.g., Oscilloscopes, Signal Generators, Power Supplies).* Hands-on experience integrating RF, digital, or optic based systems/equipment.* Experience with automation tools such as Jenkins and Robot Framework.* Experience in embedded Python software optimizations.* Ability to debug complex integrated applications or test setup issues.* Experience with the Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket). *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** Linthicum, MD, US**Job Type:** Engineering and Technicians**Date Posted:** August 11, 2026**Pay Range:** $50 - $60 per hour